Food & Beverage West Africa to expand exhibition space

By Bolaji Okunola

Food & Beverage West Africa is set to expand tentacles into new space at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, ahead the forthcoming Africa’s largest trade exhibition billed for 13th to 15th of June, 2023.
This was in response to the demand of the convener, BtoB Events which has become Africa’s largest trade event portfolio. The show which previously commenced in two exhibition hall, will also accommodate ten countries pavilion in the new constructed fourth semi-permanent marquee-type hall of the venue.
‘ “The show’s expansion reflects the confidence in Nigeria’s economic landscape – people are ready for Nigeria to do business and the Food & Beverage exhibition is now at a truly international scale,” says Managing Director, BtoB event, Jamie Hill.
“We anticipate there will be more than 5,000 visitors representing food retailing, production and distribution, as well as the hospitality sector, who will be keen to see the latest developments and business opportunities from more than 300 exhibitors.”
Among the show partners is the Restaurant & Food Service Proprietors Association of Nigeria (REFSPAN). A spokesman said: “Food & Beverage West Africa gives REFSPAN members a bouquet of opportunities to meet with key players in major parts of the world that are beneficial to the dynamism and the growth REFSPAN desire, in order to promote more and expand the QSR [quick-service restaurant] business in Nigeria.”